Do you suffer from IBS and find it often dictates and controls the way you live your life? Are you constantly struggling with symptoms and chronic flare-ups, so much so that it impacts your personal and professional responsibilities? IBS can be so severe that it even impacts a person’s level of happiness. You not alone in your struggles; an estimated 12% of the UK population suffers from IBS. If you’re tired of dealing with an IBS flare-up at the worst possible time, or painful chronic symptoms, you’ll want to read on. Here’s a look at some of the ways you can better manage your IBS.
Stick to a Diet Plan for IBS
One of the most important tips is that you stick to a diet plan for IBS that focuses on the foods most likely to irritate or cause symptoms and/or a painful flare-up. It would be wonderful to eat without worrying about what you put in your body, but for IBS sufferers, that’s not realistic. There are several different diet plans you can use, but typically they need to be low FODMAP and low Histamine. Some people also find relief with a gluten-free diet plan.
Aim for Better Body Recomposition
Setting a goal where you focus on better body recomposition means you will focus on lean fat and body mass, both of which affect body weight. It’s common for people with IBS to have issues with weight gain and loss, which can play havoc on the body. A healthy, stable weight should be the goal and finding a way to maintain it is possible.
Track Your Triggers
As you pay more attention to what you eat and your symptoms, it’s important to track your triggers. What specific foods and beverages cause a negative reaction? Each person is unique, so your triggers may not necessarily be the same as someone else’s. Knowing your triggers means you can eliminate those items from your diet and potentially save yourself from an IBS flare-up.
Use Effective Methods When Dealing with a Flare Up
Even with all these tips and being more conscious of what you eat and drink, flare-ups can happen. So, how do you manage and cope with an IBS flare-up? In that moment, there are a few techniques that can help. Drinking specific caffeine-free herbal tea for IBS symptoms can be useful as it can help settle the tummy, aid in digestion and have anti-inflammatory benefits.
Additionally, you can try using a heating pad or pack on your lower belly; try moving around gently, by going for a walk, for example; use deep breathing and meditation techniques; avoid caffeine and try to eliminate any stress you are feeling.
Living with IBS isn’t exactly fun or easy, but the good news is that there are techniques and tips you can use that will make things easier. Not only will it cut down on the symptoms you experience, but you may also be able to reduce if not eliminate flare-ups.
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